Director of Construction - Water/Wastewater

The Haskell Company; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Haskell Company is seeking an experienced construction leader to oversee Municipal Water and Wastewater Construction operations at the group level in Jacksonville, FL. You will drive profit, schedule adherence, quality and safety, while recruiting and developing construction personnel including Project Directors.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction management with 10+ years in industrial water/wastewater facilities and strong management of construction

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction management (or equivalent).
• 10+ years of experience in Industrial Water/Wastewater facility construction, design, or management preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of construction industry and company operations.
• Extensive experience in management of construction operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Municipal Water & Wastewater Construction operations at the group level to ensure profit, schedule, quality and safety.
• Recruit, hire, project assignment, and development of construction personnel including Project Directors.
• Review cost reporting and enforce cost controls; manage subcontractor insurance and bonding.
• Direct timely completion and close-out of projects; ensure safety and quality compliance.
• Train and develop Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers.

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction management

Job description

Are you ready to move your career forward, and start the BEST job of your life? Haskell is committed to providing you with the resources to help you grow and discover your potential. We promote an environment that encourages innovative ideas and allows you to develop the best "how" to get the job done.

Join Haskell's dynamic Construction & Manufacturing Team and embark on a career journey like no other. We're dedicated to nurturing your growth and empowering you to reach your full potential. With a focus on innovation and skill development, we're committed to providing you with the tools and support you need to excel.

In this role you will oversee Municipal Water & Wastewater Construction operations at the group level to ensure profit, schedule, quality and safety expectations are met. Also responsible for recruiting, hiring, project assignment, terminating and developing construction personnel, including Project Directors of Construction. Responsible for litigation, approval of group warranty expenditures, insurance waivers and check signing. Participates in the establishment of construction policy and procedures at the corporate level.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assists Project Director in the preparation of proposals and development of new projects; coordination of design and pre-construction activities and acts as client liaison when needed.
• Actively participates in periodic design review meetings, leads construction kick-off meeting and monitors production of documents to meet overall project schedule.
• Provides necessary support to Project Manager regarding project schedule, detailed estimate, establishment of cost codes, buyout strategy and purchase control.
• Reviews construction drawings and specifications. Oversees owner change orders where potential claim issues exist.
• Makes recommendations to the project team for construction techniques, design details, self-perform work, field construction staffing and assignments as well as dispute resolution, including subcontractor performance, job site supervision, owner relations and contractual obligations.
• Approves adequacy of subcontractor insurance coverage for all assigned projects including enforcement of policy of enrollment in Sub Guard, bonds securing special insurance coverage when needed.
• Works with Project Manager to ensure subcontracts and purchase orders are issued in accordance with company policy.
• Verifies accuracy of cost reporting. Investigates and directs corrective action in areas of indicated cost overruns. Follows up on requisitions, receivables and collections.
• Performs periodic project inspections on all assigned projects to ensure schedule, safety and quality compliance. Participates in owner project meetings.
• Directs timely completion and close-out of projects.
• Assigns resources to warranty responses on completed projects as needed.
• Is responsible for the training and career development of Project Managers and ensures the successful development of Assistant Project Managers.

To thrive in this role, you'll need:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction management or equivalent plus 10 years or more of experience in Industrial Water/Wastewater facility construction, design, or management preferred
• Knowledge in the design and construction of Industrial Water/Wastewater facilities
• Extensive experience in the management of construction operations.
• Specific Knowledge, Skills, License, Certifications Etc.
• Advanced knowledge of the construction industry and company operations.
• Extensive knowledge of financial operations, estimating, and employee relations

Join our team and be a driving force behind our project success!

At Haskell, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, professional development opportunities, and more. Join us and be part of a team where your contributions make a difference.

Environmental Factors and/or Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, this position is required to have ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; and the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of 10-50 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, and arm, hand, and finger dexterity, including the ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment, and read application/form information. The associate frequently is required to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, or protected veteran status.

Haskell will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008. The job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessities. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification.

Haskell is a Drug-Free Workplace.